Ts. Ahmad Kamal Hasan Basri is an accomplished information technology leader currently serving as the Director of Information Technology at Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the institution’s IT strategy, digital infrastructure, and technological innovation initiatives that support academic and administrative excellence. With over three decades of professional experience in the IT, higher education, and corporate sectors, Ahmad Kamal has held several senior leadership positions across prominent organizations. Prior to his current role, he served as Senior Vice President and Head of Group IT at MARA Corporation, and as Director of Information Technology at HRD Corp. His career also includes academic contributions as a university lecturer and international experience with institutions such as Columbia University. He began his career in engineering before progressing into strategic IT leadership roles, demonstrating expertise in digital transformation, enterprise IT governance, cybersecurity, and technology consulting. His industry exposure spans financial services, government agencies, higher education, and global institutions Academically, Ts. Ahmad Kamal holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science from Columbia University, as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Curtin University. He is also professionally certified in areas such as TOGAF, ISO standards, ITIL, and cybersecurity frameworks, reflecting his strong commitment to continuous professional development In recognition of his leadership and contributions to the IT industry, he has been honored at international platforms such as the World CIO 200 Awards, highlighting his impact in advancing digital transformation and innovation.